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consistent

consistent

2 7.3
Keeping data the same on many computers so all reads show the same values
  • adjective
  • /kənˈsɪstənt/
  • Specialized
translation icon : consistente
  • Because library element names, pin names, and library element functions are consistent across technologies, very little manual editing of the databook is required between technologies.

Examples

  • So everything needs to be consistent at the network level itself.

  • Workers also reported the importance of developing careful and consistent practices of confidentiality that go beyond those required by mainstream employers.

    Academic text (2008)
  • Next, we wanted to make sure that we could set up a consistent environment for all developers.

    Blog text (26)
  • Consequently, it is important that all platforms provide consistent floating-point operations.

    Academic text (1999)
  • There are two sets of these registers, one for each execution unit. The hardware keeps these registers consistent with each other.

    Academic text (1994)
  • The swift and consistent manner in which the Council dispatched its advice and consent is apparent.

    Academic text (2005)
  • After compiling the 40 questions, workshop participants recognized that the questions highlight several consistent themes.

    Academic text (2011)
  • Here we find that earnings growth has averaged over 60% per annum, and has been extremely consistent since calendar year 2005.

    Blog text (25)
  • To ensure reliable data access, the system must maintain consistent states across all replicas.

  • For the application to function correctly, it is crucial that all nodes have a consistent view of the data.

How Consistent

consistent
  • Specialized
2 7.3
inconsistent
96 4.7

Surface Forms

consistent positive
consistenter comparative
consistentest superlative

Morphology

consistent = consist (transparent) = consist + ent

The technical computing sense is a domain-specific extension, but it rests on the basic notion of 'agreement/compatibility' from 'consist' plus adjectival '-ent'.

Etymology

Consistent comes from Latin con- 'together' and sistere 'to stand', so it means 'standing together', like the English word 'stand'. That's why in computing a consistent system makes all copies 'stand together' and show the same data at the same time.